WHY YOUR NERVOUS SYSTEM KEEPS YOU STUCK AND HOW PSYCHEDELICS MAY FIX IT | Steve Sapourn - E138

About this episode

Steve Sapourn and Kristin Weitzel discuss the intersection of nervous system science, trauma recovery, and personal transformation, emphasizing the importance of vulnerability and practical tools for healing.

Steve Sapourn and Kristin dive into the powerful intersection of nervous system science, trauma recovery, and personal transformation, sharing not just theory but lived experience. From confronting past pain and breaking generational patterns to learning how to regulate in real time, this conversation goes beyond surface-level wellness advice. You’ll hear how vulnerability becomes a gateway to connection, how tools like breathwork, cold exposure, and somatic awareness create lasting change, and why embracing discomfort may be the key to freedom. If you’ve ever felt stuck in old patterns, overwhelmed by your emotions, or unsure how to move forward, this episode offers both clarity and hope. It’s not about perfection, it’s about learning to come back to yourself, again and again. KEY TAKEAWAYS: • How can understanding your nervous system transform the way you respond to stress and trauma? • What role does vulnerability play in healing and building deeper human connection? • Which practical tools can help you break free from limiting patterns and regulate in real time? KEY TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) - Anxiety Stress Balance Explained (03:00) - Vulnerability Builds Deeper Connection (06:00)…

People in this episode

Host: Kristin Weitzel

Guest: Steve Sapourn

Topics covered

• nervous system
• trauma recovery
• personal transformation
• vulnerability
• breathwork
• cold exposure
• somatic awareness

Keywords

• stress
• healing
• connection
• emotions
• freedom

Mentioned in this episode

Products: breathwork, cold exposure, somatic awareness tools

Places: Austin, Texas

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